The GEO Group, Inc. is hiring: Security Monitor in Salt Lake City

Overview

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The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

Responsibilities

• Maintains continuous state of alertness and awareness to control and secure the facility and residents.
• Operates within legal constraints and contract agency stipulations.
• Ensures equipment for each watch is operational (radios, flashlights, keys) prior to relieving the watch.
• Prepares shift documentation (shift reports, work orders, security reports, unusual incidents) that are legible, concise, and meet facility and contracting agency requirements.
• Receives information from the previous shift about events, medical problems, disciplinary problems, new arrivals, or special instructions.
• Relieves the watch and informs necessary personnel that the watch has been relieved; records relief time in the security log with name and title.
• Conducts radio checks and documents results in the security log.
• Conducts facility counts at prescribed times and ensures logbooks reflect accurate counts.
• Frequently patrols the building to observe residents and monitor the state of the building; conducts activities such as smelling for marijuana, listening to conversations, and ensuring doors/windows are secured.
• Ensures the building picture board shows a current photo of all residents and correct bed slots.
• Organizes and supervises resident work details to maintain facility cleanliness and meet requirements.
• Performs scheduled and random activities including urinalysis testing, pat downs, shakedowns, counts, and breath tests to maintain security.
• Documents disciplinary actions for rule violations according to procedure and logs accordingly.
• Conducts scheduled and impromptu cleanliness checks of the facility and residents’ belongings to meet health and environmental standards.
• Welcomes visitors and verifies identity with professionalism and courtesy.
• Communicates with residents and staff to promote self-esteem, dignity, and positive relations.
• Participates in staff meetings to share observations and recommendations for improvement and teamwork.
• Maintains confidentiality and shares sensitive information only on a need-to-know basis.
• Follows company policies, Employee Handbook, and Facility Policies and Procedures Manual; adheres to attendance and overtime as needed for safety and coverage.
• Ensures safety by complying with facility safety rules and taking corrective action as required.
• Communicates effectively with all levels of staff to foster team spirit.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent; valid, active driver’s license; one (1) year of general work experience; experience in a related field is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills to manage ongoing workflow; ability to express thoughts clearly in written and verbal form; correct grammar.
• Ability to interact effectively with others, supervise, motivate, and create a positive work environment.
• Flexibility to perform a wide range of duties and work with computers and facility software.

Job details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Security and Investigations

GEO Reentry Services LLC.